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65+ Best Hockey Books (2021 list)

Last updated on March 30, 2021

Want to learn more about the history of hockey?
Or be inspired by the stories of great players?

Or discover techniques to improve your game?
Check out my list of the best hockey books for you to read and do just that.

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Best Hockey Books - Summary
Best hockey overview books - great gift ideas
Books about Hockey History & Team/Game stories
Hockey Players' Biographies (and coaches, personalities)
Books for fans of Hockey Teams
Books about Hockey's Rules, practice and techniques
Hockey novels
Best hockey books for kids
Hockey coloring books
Hockey notebooks and journals

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Best Hockey Books - Summary

This page contains a lot of suggestions about wonderful books to read about ice hockey.
However, if you want a summary with my top picks in each category, here it is:

category

Book

Cover

Best Hockey Trivia book

100 Years, 100 Moments:
A Centennial of NHL Hockey


Buy it / Read the reviews

Best Hockey Stories

Beauties: Hockey's Greatest Untold Stories


Buy it / Read the reviews

Best Hockey Player Biography

Willie: The Game-Changing Story of the NHL's First Black Player


Buy it / Read the reviews

Best Hockey Team book

Collection - If these walls could talk


Find out more teams on this page

Best Hockey Techniques book

Hockey Plays and Strategies


Buy it / Read the reviews

Season Hockey Training Log notebook
Season Hockey Training journal notebook

Best ice hockey overview books - great gift ideas

Let's start with some of the best overview books about hockey to offer as a gift to hockey players or hockey fans alike.
They cover:

  • The best moments of the sport
  • Interesting facts and stories
  • All the best players of several generations
  • Hockey trivia 
  • ...

But if you are looking for more inspiration books, head to the next section.

100 Years, 100 Moments: A Centennial of NHL Hockey

by Scott Morrison

Veteran hockey journalist gathers in this book many pictures and info about a century of NHL hockey teams and games: the most important moments!

Buy it / Read the reviews

The Great Book of Ice Hockey: Interesting Facts and Sports Stories

by Bill O'Neill and Ryan Black

Collection of interesting facts and stories about the game of ice hockey, including stories before the NHL...
Random facts about how the game started, the players, the coaches, the rules...

Buy it / Read the reviews

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Chicken Soup for the Soul: Hooked on Hockey

by Jack Canfield, Mark Victor Hansen and Laura Robinson

Lots of inspiring stories about NHL players, hockey personalities, coaches but also fans and everyday players. Why are they hooked on hockey? Deep dives into their lives.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Sports Illustrated Hockey's Greatest

by The Editors of Sports Illustrated

Find out the greatest of all times in hockey: greatest goalie, greatest center... Experts have been polled to compile these 15 lists of top 10.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Hockey Puzzlers: Offbeat Trivia for the Fan and the Fanatic

by Bob Moll

Be unbeatable during hockey parties or trivia nights
100 hockey trivia questions covering seven categories including game history and strange rules.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Fabric of the Game: The Stories Behind the NHL's Names, Logos, and Uniforms

by Chris Creamer, Todd Radom and Lanny McDonald

Looking for something different? Check out this book that covers the origins of the NHL team names as well as their logos and uniforms. 
You love wearing the logo of your favorite team? Now, you will know why.

Buy it / Read the reviews


Books about Hockey History & Team/Game stories

In this section, I am listing the best books to learn about the hockey history and its greatest moments, especially "the Miracle on ice" during the 1980 Olympics but also many other lesser known but still fascinating stories.

The Boys of Winter: The Untold Story of a Coach, a Dream, and the 1980 U.S. Olympic Hockey Team

by Wayne Coffey

The true story of the 1980's US Hockey Olympic team and what Sports Illustrated called 'the greatest moment in sports history'. All you should know about the fairy-tale like story called "The Miracle on Ice", when amateurs took on the Russian team.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Miracle in Lake Placid: The Greatest Hockey Story Ever Told

by John Gilbert

The impact of that same story of "The miracle on ice" and how it impacted the sport.

Buy it / Read the reviews

99: Stories of the Game

by Wayne Gretzky and Kristie McLellan Day

Stories about "The Great one" from his own perspective, from his eyes: the people who inspired him, the famous moments in hockey history, his teammates...

Buy it / Read the reviews

The Original Six

by Lew Freedman

The NHL started in 1917 with the 6 "original teams": the Montreal Canadiens, Boston Bruins, New York Rangers, Chicago Blackhawks, Toronto Maple Leafs, and Detroit Red Wings. This is the story of how the NHL started and evolved.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Everyday Hockey Heroes: Inspiring Stories On and Off the Ice

by Bob McKenzie

The stories that make the greatest game in Canada: the NHL players, the everyday fans and coaches, the fans... Stories from on and off the ice.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Beauties: Hockey's Greatest Untold Stories

by James Duthie

57 stories... those that players tell each other: beautiful, crazy, funny... the tales of stars, coaches, referees, broadcasters, moms and dads

Buy it / Read the reviews

Hockey Strong: Stories of Sacrifice from Inside the NHL

by Todd Smith

Hockey is not an easy game. This is a collection of stories (with pictures) relating the dedication of hockey players and how they overcome injuries and difficulties to plan the game they love.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Behind the Bench: Inside the Minds of Hockey's Greatest Coaches

by Craig Custance

Learn from the coaches. Interviews with some of the top hockey coaches to collect and confront their thoughts on leadership, game plans, critical moments...

Buy it / Read the reviews

Black Ice: The Lost History of the Colored Hockey League of the Maritimes, 1895-1925

by George and Darril Fosty

The story of the complex sport organization that was the Colored Hockey League of the Maritimes in Canada. Comprised of the sons and grandsons of runaway American slaves, they redefined the sport of hockey and participated in changing it into the fast game it is today.

Buy it / Read the reviews

On the Edge: Women Making Hockey History

by Elizabeth Etue and Megan Williams

The story of how women entered the sport, and despite popularity, still face intolerance.
Portraits of the great women making history.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Kooks and Degenerates on Ice: Bobby Orr, the Big Bad Bruins, and the Stanley Cup Championship That Transformed Hockey

by Thomas J. Whalen

All the memorable moments from the 1969-70 championship season when the Bruins became the talk of the sports because of how they intimidated their opponents and took the NHL by surprise.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Chill Factor: How a Minor-League Hockey Team Changed a City Forever

by David Paitson and Craig Merz

How a minor-league hockey team, the Columbus chill, became the talk of the city and allowed Columbus to get its own NHL franchise.

Buy it / Read the reviews

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Hockey Players' Biographies (and coaches, personalities)

There is nothing more inspiring than a biography.
Dive deep into the lives of some of the greatest hockey players in the history of the games.
How did they reach their goals?
How did they live the stress, the successes and the hardship?
How was it for the first black NHL hockey players?

Orr: My Story

by Bobby Orr

Autobiography of Bobby Orr - considered one of the greatest defensemen in hockey history.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Cujo: The Untold Story of My Life On and Off the Ice

by Kristie McLellan Day and Curtis Joseph

Autobiography of Curtis Joseph. How he started late and still had a great 18-season career.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Most Valuable: How Sidney Crosby Became the Best Player in Hockey's Greatest Era and Changed the Game Forever

by Gary Joyce

How Sidney Crosby changed the game of hockey and how the league was re-made in his image.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Game Change: The Life and Death of Steve Montador, and the Future of Hockey

by Ken Dryden

About hockey head injuries and the death of Steve Montador, diagnosed with CTE.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Willie: The Game-Changing Story of the NHL's First Black Player

by Willie O'Ree and Michael McKinley

A memoir about the life of Willie O'Ree and his career, first in the minors and then in the NHL, the first black player in the league's history (Canada)

Buy it / Read the reviews

Black Ice: The Val James Story

by Valmor James and John Gallagher

We saw above, the first black player in NHL history. Valmor James was the first American black player in the league. This is his story.

Buy it / Read the reviews

J.R.: My Life as the Most Outspoken, Fearless, and Hard-Hitting Man in Hockey

by Jeremy Roenick and Kevin Allen

Autobiography of Jeremy Roenick. HIs youth and how he started in the Chicago Blackhawks, and later for 4 more franchises. He has racked up 513 goals in his career.

Buy it / Read the reviews

My Last Fight: The True Story of a Hockey Rock Star

by Darren McCarty

Autobiography of Darren McCarty. His time on the ice as a Detroit Red Wings player and his difficulties off the ice with addiction, finance and women.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Scotty: A Hockey Life Like No Other

by Ken Dryden

Biography of Scotty Bowman, considered one of the greatest coaches in hockey history and in all the sports. He won more games and more Stanley Cups than anyone else. 

Buy it / Read the reviews

Burke's Law: A Life in Hockey

by Brian Burke and Stephen Brunt

Burke has lived and breathed hockey his whole life as a player, an agent, a league executive, a scout, an Olympic GM and a media analyst. These are his views on the sport.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Eddie Olczyk: Beating the Odds in Hockey and in Life

by Eddie Olczyk and Perry Lefko

Autobiography. The story of his 16-year career in hockey and how he got there.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Off Mike: How a Kid from Basketball-Crazy Indiana Became America's NHL Voice

by Mike Emrick and Kevin Allen

A memoir by broadcast legend Mike Emrick, known as the voice of hockey in America.

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Undrafted: Hockey, Family, and What It Takes to Be a Pro

by Nick Kypreos and Perry Lefko

Autobiography. About his youth, his life, his hockey career and how he transitioned to being a hockey analyst after his concussion.

Buy it / Read the reviews


Books for fans of Hockey Teams

Now, hockey stories in general are great.
But you may want to learn more about your favorite hockey team.
So many things to learn... Here are some of the great collections to become even more a fan!

Collection - The Big 50

The best 50 stories about your favorite hockey teams.

The Detroit Red Wings book
Buy it / Read reviews

The New York Rangers book
Buy it / Read reviews

The Chicago Blackhawks book
Buy it / Read reviews

Collection - The Tales from the Locker Room

Even more stories about your favorite teams.

The New York Rangers book
Buy it / Read reviews

The Chicago Blackhawks book
Buy it / Read reviews

The Boston Bruins book
Buy it / Read reviews

The Montreal Canadiens Book
Buy it / Read reviews

Collection - If these walls could talk

Even more stories about your favorite teams.

Some of the teams covered are listed below - find out more teams on this page (after the other sports)

The Boston Bruins stories
Buy it / Read reviews

The San Jose Sharks stories
Buy it / Read reviews

The Calgary Flames stories
Buy it / Read reviews

The Philadelphia Flyers stories
Buy it / Read reviews

Collection - 100 things fans should know

Even more stories about your favorite teams.

Some of the teams covered are listed below - find out more teams on this page 

The Maple Leafs trivia
Buy it / Read reviews

The Vancouver Canucks book
Buy it / Read reviews

The Pittsburgh Penguins book
Buy it / Read reviews

The Saint Louis Blues book
Buy it / Read reviews

Toronto and the Maple Leafs: A City and Its Team

by Lance Hornby

The relationship between the city of Toronto, its inhabitants and its most beloved sports team.

Buy it / Read the reviews

The Montreal Canadiens: 100 Years of Glory

by D'Arcy Jenish

All you want to know about the Montreal Canadiens.

Buy it / Read the reviews


Books about Hockey's Rules, practice and techniques

All the best hockey player and goalie books that help you work on your:

  • technical skills
  • mental strength
  • physical strength

Hockey Plays and Strategies

by Mike Johnston and Ryan Walter

Introduction to a variety of tactics to improve your game.

Buy it / Read the reviews

The Hockey Drill Book

by Dave Chambers

500 drills for all aspects of the game

Buy it / Read the reviews

Hockey Anatomy

by Michael Terry and Paul Goodman

All you need to know about increasing muscular strength and optimizing efficiency of every movement in order to improve your on-ice performance.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Hockey Tough

by Saul L. Miller

The best hockey players are mentally tough; This is a book to help you strengthen your mental: control your emotions, stay focus, play aggressively but not uncontrollably...

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Physical Preparation for Ice Hockey

by Anthony Donskov

Explanations and exercises to develop your physical strength especially for hockey playing.

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Hockey Goaltending

by Eli Wilson and Brian van Vliet

The guide with techniques, practice exercises, physical conditioning to stopping more pucks.

Buy it / Read the reviews

The Power Within: Discovering the Path to Elite Goaltending

by Mike Valley and Justin Goldman

The mental game for goaltenders.

Buy it / Read the reviews

Take Your Eye Off the Puck: How to Watch Hockey By Knowing Where to Look

by Greg Wyshynshi

For fans to better understand the games they are watching.

Buy it / Read the reviews

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Hockey novels

Beartown: A Novel

by Fredrik Backman

The story or a town and the game. After an intense game, a violent act eruptq and a young girl is traumatized.

Buy it / Read the reviews

And many many many hockey romance novels... but it is not really the objective of this page!


Best hockey books for kids

My complete list of the best hockey books for kids can be found in this other article.
But here are already a few ideas, which can be great hockey gifts for kids.

For toddlers

Let's Play Hockey (Chunky Lift-a-flap Book) 

by Ginger Swift and Cottage Door Press

A great introduction to Hockey for babies and toddlers: practice words from the world of hockey, count the number of players, watch the fan cheering. This lift-a-flap book is a great first hockey book.

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For 3 - 7 years old

The day my fart followed me to hockey

by Ben Jackson and Sam Lawrence

This book is part of the series of Timmy and his best friend the Fart. In this story, they play hockey together, when Timmy attends the hockey tryouts.

Buy it / read reviews

For 6 - 9 years old

There are no figure eights in hockey

by Chris Kreie

Josh is a champion figure skater who is looking for a new challenge. He decides to try hockey since he is already a good skater. But he soon discovers that there is more than skating to playing hockey. No more figure eights.

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For 8 - 12 years old

Hockey Meltdown

byJake Maddox

Dylan and his team head into the Midwinter Meltdown Tournament ready to win, but a pre-season injury takes him out of the game. Can he still be part of the team when stuck on the bench?

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Ice rink rookie

by Jake Maddox

Pilar was born without part of her right foot. But she does not let it stop her from enjoying ice-skating. And she joins the hockey team. Can Pilar prove to herself and her teammates that she belongs?

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Breaking the Ice: The True Story of the First Woman to Play in the National Hockey League

by Angie Bullaro

The inspiring true story of Manon Rhéaume, the first and only woman to play a game in the NHL.

Buy it / Read the reviews


Hockey coloring books

Want to have fun and mediate while thinking about hockey.
Check out the following coloring books.

For adults

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For kids

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Hockey notebooks and journals

And now it is time for you to do some writing of your own.
Below are some classic notebooks with great hockey covers to personalize as well as training journals to write down your season's stories.

Notebooks to personalize

See my complete collection of hockey notebooks to personalize.

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Personalize it
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Personalize it
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Personalize it

Hockey training journals

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9 Best hockey passers + puck rebounders (2022) + exercises tips

Last updated on January 20, 2022

Do you want to control the puck like Pavel Datsyuk? Do you want to master "Tape to Tape" shots?
Well, this requires practice. But with limited time on the ice and with teammates, it can be frustrating.
However, tools have been developed to be able to train at home. Today, I am sharing with you some of the best hockey passers and puck rebounders to practice alone.

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Table Of Contents
Best hockey passers and puck rebounders - summary
Criteria to choose your hockey passing aid
Reviews of the 3 best hockey passers - single or double edge
Reviews of the 3 best hockey rebounders - triangles and 4-way
Reviews of the 3 best hockey passing training aid kits
4 Exercise ideas to train with an ice hockey passing passer
The best hockey passers on the NHL league

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Best hockey passers and puck rebounders - summary

4 categories of products for passing practice

First, know that there are different types of hockey passing training aids on the market:

  1. The single edge passers
  2. The 3 edge puck rebounders also known as triangle passers
  3. The 4 edge rebounders also known as 4-way passers
  4. The full passing training kits or sets which normally include a single edge passer

Below is a list of the best options for each one.
And in the next section you can read the pros and cons of each, to choose what is best for you.

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Best hockey passers - Linear

  • A long rebound area
  • Great to practice alone
  • The following products cover different price range, but all are well reviewed by customers
#1 HockeyShot Extreme Master Pro
HockeyShot Extreme Master Pro on Pure Hockey

Can be use on ice - 2-sided
Buy it / Read reviews on Pure Hockey

#2 HockeyShot Extreme Passer Clamp On
Hockeyshot extreme passer clamp on Pure Hockey

Home set up only
Buy it / Read reviews on Pure Hockey

#3 Hockey Revolution My Passer One Timer - for beginners

Home set up only
Buy it / Read reviews on Amazon


Best hockey rebounders - triangles & 4-way passers

  • Shorter rebounding area but more versatility of exercises thanks to the 3 directions - the triangle is one of the best sellers
  • Great to practice alone or with teammates
#1 Sniper's Edge Pass Master
Snipers edge pass master passing station on Pure Hockey

Can be used on ice
Buy it  / Read reviews on Amazon
Buy it / Read reviews on Pure Hockey

#2 Better Hockey Extreme Triangle Passer

Can be used on ice
Buy it / Read reviews on 

#2 HockeyShot Elite 4-way passer

Can be used on ice
Buy it


Best hockey passing training kit - shooting pads with passer and more

If you don't own a shooting pad yet, consider buying a set directly.
Some are sold in combination with a passer.
But you can find a more advanced set to help with the training. It gives you specific exercises to work on your reactivity, accuracy and skills.

#1 Hockey revolution passing trainer set

Read Reviews / Buy it

#2 Hockey Revolution My Shoot PAD + passer

Buy it / Read reviews

#3 HockeyShot Extreme Passing kit
HockeyShot Extreme Passing kit on Pure Hockey

See sizes / Read Reviews / Buy on Pure Hockey


Complete your set up

It is one of the essential off-ice hockey training equipment to own.
If using your rebounder at home, you need to complete your hockey training setting with:

  • A shooting pad or shooting tiles for the puck and stick to move almost like on the ice - see my selection of the best options
  • An area with Synthetic Ice (so that you can even wear your skates - see my selection of the best synthetic ice
  • Targets to practice shooting - goal targets, shooter tutor and shooting tarps, to shoot after the rebound - see my article with the best options.

For example:

A shooting pad

Read Reviews / Buy

Shooting tiles

Read Reviews / Buy

Synthetic ice

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Targets / Goal covers

Buy it / Read reviews

They are all great gift ideas for hockey players and hockey gifts for kids.

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Criteria to choose your hockey passing aid

You can't really go wrong with the passer listed above and reviewed in the next sections.
But the list can still be overwhelming. 
So below are the criteria you should consider to help you take a decision.

Shape of the passer

First you must choose the passer's shape.
Below are the pros and cons for each to help you decide based on what you are looking for.

Linear

  • Pros
    Long rebound section
    Large variety of price (some are cheaper than the other shapes)
    Best adapted to a shooting pad
  • Cons
    If only one passing lane, you can only practice alone

Triangle

  • Pros
    Versatility of exercises, easy to move around
    Can be used with 3 players
    Very durable
  • Cons
    Slightly less powerful rebound than the linear bungee cords

4-way

  • Pros
    Can be used with 4 players
  • Cons
    Bigger product, more difficult to move around

Use Case - on and off the ice

Another essential element to check is where it can be used.
There are 3 main use cases:

  • On the ice
  • On a shooting pad or shooting tiles
  • On a flat surface (concrete, driveway, garage floor...)

Depending on how you plan to use the rebounder, you must check the details to see where it can be used.
Note that the systems that can be used on the ice are normally more expensive as they have an additional gripping system.

Quality of Rebound

Nobody wants to throw the puck at the passer to only get a small rebound.
You want to feel like you are receiving a real pass from a teammate.
Some are better to sending back with a similar force.
Check the reviews for users' feedback.
Generally the products listed in this article offer a great rebound.

Durability

If you are dedicated to improving your skill, you will probably be sending the puck hundreds of thousands of times to millions of times over the course of its life.
Considering the investment you want something durable.
Knowing the repetitive use of their products, manufacturers are paying attention to this. All listed in this article are recognized for their durability.

Price

And finally, there is the price.
There is a good range of prices introduced in this article.
But there are no really cheap alternatives.

However, considering how many exercises you can practice with such a training aid and how much it can help you improve, it is a great investment or hours and hours of fun.

They are one of the great tools to practice stick handling.


Reviews of the 3 best hockey passers - single or double edge

#1 HockeyShot Extreme Master Pro

HockeyShot Extreme Master Pro on Pure Hockey

Specifications:

  • Brand - HockeyShot
  • Use on ice - yes (retractable spike system)
  • Use on shooting pad or synthetic ice - yes
  • Length - 37"
  • Weight - 20lbs
  • Rebounding edges (passing lanes) - 2
  • Rebound - indestructible bungee cord for quick pass returns
  • Great for - one-timers, passing drills, quick hand drills
  • Handle for transport

Review:

One of the top passers on the market as it can be used on and off the ice, with exceptional rebound capability and durabilty.
It returns the kind of passes you give.

Buy it / Read reviews on Pure Hockey

#2 HockeyShot Extreme Passer Clamp On

Hockeyshot extreme passer clamp on Pure Hockey

Specifications:

  • Brand - HockeyShot
  • Use on ice - no
  • Use on shooting pad or synthetic ice - yes (using a clamp)
  • Length - 30" with 25" passing slot
  • Rebounding edges (passing lanes) - 1
  • Rebound - durable bungee cord for quick pass returns
  • Great for - one-timers, passing drills, quick hand drills
  • Handle for transport

Review:

Excellent product for use at home with a shooting pad or synthetic ice.
Good rebound and durability. Sturdy, it gives great consistent passes.

Buy it / Read reviews on Pure Hockey


#3 Hockey Revolution My Passer One Timer

Specifications:

  • Great for beginners
  • Brand - Hockey Revolution
  • Use on ice - no
  • Use on shooting pad or synthetic ice - yes (Screws)
  • Use on flat surface - Yes (Velcro stickers) 
  • Length - 23.62"
  • Weight - 4.2lbs
  • Rebounding edges (passing lanes) - 1
  • Rebound - indestructible bungee cord for quick pass returns
  • Great for - one-timers, and stickhandling practice
  • For more advanced version of this one - check out the advanced Dual My Passer

Review:

A lighter and cheaper option but with great rebound. It is a great tool for beginners to practice at home and improve their skills.
Easy to carry and set up.

Buy it / Read reviews on Amazon



Reviews of the 3 best hockey rebounders - triangles and 4-way

Sniper's Edge Pass Master

Snipers edge pass master passing station on Pure Hockey

Specifications:

  • Brand - Sniper's Edge
  • For up to 3 players at a time
  • Use on ice - yes (removable ice-spikes)
  • Use on shooting pad or synthetic ice - yes 
  • Flat surface - yes
  • Length of side - 20"
  • Weight - 19lbs
  • Rebounding edges (passing lanes) - 3
  • Rebound - high-strength reflex band

Review:

Great to practice at home and improve your skills, as well as on the ice for teamwork with 3 players at a time.
This is a very versatile option and one of the best sellers on the market.
Durable with its steel shell and high-quality band.

Buy it  / Read reviews on Amazon
or Buy it / Read reviews on Pure Hockey


Better Hockey Extreme Triangle Passer

Specifications:

  • For up to 3 players at a time
  • Use on ice - yes (retractable ice-spikes)
  • Use on shooting pad or synthetic ice - yes 
  • Flat surface - yes
  • Length of side - 22"
  • Weight - 19lbs
  • Rebounding edges (passing lanes) - 3
  • Rebound - high-strength reflex band

Review:

A similar product for passing and stickhandling skills for up to 3 players at a time.
A durable and versatile option. The steel frame can handle all types of surfaces. Including the ice.

Buy it / Read reviews on Amazon


HockeyShot 4-way Elite passer

Specifications:

  • Brand - HockeyShot
  • For up to 4 players at a time
  • Use on ice - yes (retractable ice-spikes)
  • Use on shooting pad or synthetic ice - yes 
  • Flat surface - yes
  • Weight - 20lbs
  • Length of side - 36" and 23"
  • Rebounding edges (passing lanes) - 4
  • Rebound - high-strength bungee cords

Review:

Great tool to practice as a team on or off the ice. This passer version with 4 edges is stable and helps with hand-eye coordination and passing accuracy.
Its shape and weight makes it easy to carry and store.

Buy it

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Reviews of the 3 best hockey passing training aid kits

#1 Hockey Revolution passing trainer set

Specifications:

  • Brand - Hockey Revolution
  • Made in Europe
  • Can be used inside or outside

Option 1

  • Includes - shooting pad (21 tiles) with 6 colored ones (red, yellow and green), 2 passers, instructions, app
  • Shooting pad - 91" x 39.4"
  • Passers length - 23.62"

Option 2 - Pro version

  • Includes - shooting pad (36 tiles) with 6 colored ones (red, yellow and green), 2 passers, instructions, app
  • Shooting pad - 117" x 53.15"
  • To practice longer shots
  • Passers length - 23.62"

Review:

This is an absolute complete set to improve your reaction time, speed, muscle memory and peripheral vision. Become the master of the puck!
Thanks to the app, you have a training partner that allows you to vary the exercises whilst adding reactivity.

Read Reviews / Buy it

#2 Hockey Revolution My Shoot PAD + passer

Specifications:

  • Brand - Hockey Revolution
  • Size - 30"x60"
  • Thickness - 3/16, shooting surface of 1/8 inches thick
  • Portability - handle
  • Passer - my passer one time seen in first category - length = 23.62"
  • Available with or without a passer to add other types of exercises
  • Can be used with an interactive training system
  • Made in Europe
  • Puck slides great

Review:

A good training set to practice many exercises. Recognized as a very smooth surface.

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#3 HockeyShot Extreme Passing kit

HockeyShot Extreme Passing kit on Pure Hockey

Specifications:

  • Brand - HockeyShot
  • Size - 3 options - 3'x8' (junior) or 4.5'x10' or 4'x8.5'
  • Passer length - 24" (Hockeyshot Extreme Passer Clamp On, in the list above)
  • Portability - straps
  • Puck slides great

Review:

A good training set to practice many exercises, with a high quality passer.

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4 Exercise ideas to train with an ice hockey passing passer

There are so many types of off-ice hockey exercises you can do with a hockey passer!
You can let your imagination run wild to play with just a puck and your rebounder.

But if it is blank, here are some classic training set ups you can start with:

1 - Avoid a defender

Facing the passer at a distance, send the puck and receive it while moving forward and going around the passer. 
This is to imitate receiving a pass and avoiding a defender.

2 - Puck Protection

Practice with the puck close to the passing.
Keep the puck rebounding while protecting it with you stick so that it does not slide far away. Be reactive to where it rebounds.

Perform the exercise in both directions
If you have the Extreme passer pro with 2 passing lanes or one of the triangle rebounders, you can alternate and control the puck in between.

3 - Skate around

On the ice or on synthetic ice, skate around the passer
Around a shooting pad or on the ground, use roller skates and a sliding board to move.

In any case, move around the passer and make rebounds after rebounds to work your reactivity, perception and hand-eye coordination.
You never know where the puck will end up going!

4. In combination with a shooting tarp or shooting goal cover

Position the passer in front of the tarp or goal (see options here).
Shoot into it, receive the pass and shoot a goal.
This imitates receiving a pass from a teammate and trying to score.
Start with the facing position as it is the easiest.
But then, place the passer in many different locations to receive the pass from various angles (on the side, behind you...)

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The best hockey passers on the NHL league

Who can you look up to?
Some of the best passers you can observe during NHL matches (see replay videos of former players) are:

  • Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins
  • Nicklas Backstrom, Washington Capitals
  • Henrik Sedin, Vancouver Canucks
  • Pavel Datsyuk, Red Wings

Complete your hockey equipment set!

Protective gear for hockey players:

  • Best hockey helmets - read article
  • Best hockey gloves for players - read article
  • Best hockey mouthguard - read article
  • Best hockey shin guards - read article
  • Best hockey elbow pads - read article
  • Best hockey shoulder pads - read article

And to work out off ice:

  • 10 essential elements to cover in your off-ice workouts - read article
  • 10 best off-ice hockey training equipment - read article
  • Best hockey shooting pads and tiles - read article
  • Best slide boards for hockey training - read article
  • Best synthetic ice for hockey players - read article
  • Best net targets and shooting tarps - read article
  • Best balance boards for hockey players - read article
  • Best stick handling tools - read article

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9 Best hockey goal targets + shooting tarps (2022)

Last updated on January 20, 2022

How are your hockey shots? Do you want to improve accuracy to get better at scoring? There is no secret, you must practice, practice, practice... but you don't always have a goaltender to stand in front of your goal.
Below is all you need to know about alternatives:

  •  the best hockey net targets,
  • the best shooter tutors,
  • and the best shooting tarps

to practice your skills, have fun and become a champion. 

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Table Of Contents
Best hockey goal targets and shooting tarps - Summary
Criteria to choose your hockey shooting tutor
Reviews of best hockey net targets
Reviews of best hockey shooter tutors (goal covers)
Reviews of best hockey shooting tarps
4 tips to improve your shooting skills with the targets

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Best hockey goal targets and shooting tarps - Summary

Ice hockey is a sport of speed and accuracy.
Mastering the puck only comes with practice, being on the ice or at home with a shooting pad.
You want to shoot at specific targets, instead at just shooting into a goal or a net.

Today, 3 types of hockey training aids exist to practice shooting:

  • Single targets that attach to Hockey goals
  • Hockey goal covers also known as shooter tutors
  • Hockey shooting tarps

Below is my selection of the best options for all 3 categories. Detailed reviews are available later in the article.

BEWARE - All target products are sold without the goal!!!

Best hockey goal targets

  • Easy to install
  • Move the targets, as you need to practice specific angles
  • Extra bonus with HockeyShot - can be attached to something else than a goal to practice anywhere

#1 Top Shelf Targets Magnetic Shooting Targets

Read reviews and buy on Amazon 

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#2 HockeyShot Sharpshooter Targets

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#3Revolution Shooting Training aid

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#4 Winnwell Bell shooting target

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Best hockey shooter tutor (goal covers)

  • Mimic real game conditions with a goalie preventing you from scoring
  • Easy to attach to and remove from the goal
  • Beware: there are other shooter tutors available online, but many can only withstand street hockey balls and not pucks (this NHL one for example)

#1 Bauer Pro Sharpshooter

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#2 Forza Hockey Shooting Target

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Best hockey shooting tarp

  • Easy to install on a garage door
  • Also mimics the position of a goalie over a goal
  • Quality tarps are stronger than goal covers and can withstand better the puck being shot at full force

#1 Sniper's Edge Shooting tarp

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or Read reviews and buy on Pure Hockey

#2 Rave Sports attack zone

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#3 HockeyShot Extreme Shooting Tarp

Hockeypro Extreme Shooting Tarp on Pure Hockey

Read reviews and buy on Pure Hockey

Complete your setting for shooting practice at home

The first 2 categories can be used on the ice and at home.
Whilst the 3rd one can only be used at home.

If at home, you need to complete your setting with either:

  • A shooting pad - see my selection of the best shooting pads
  • An area with Synthetic Ice (so that you can even wear your skates - see my selection of the best synthetic ice
  • A shooting passer to imitate receiving a pass before shooting - see best options

For example:

nine one shooting kit on pure hockey

Get a complete set with a shooting pad, pucks and targets - See reviews and buy

Hockey Revolution board with passer - See reviews and price

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Skate Anytime synthetic ice - See price for 20 panel starter kit

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Criteria to choose your hockey shooting tutor

Wondering which product is best for you?
Below is a list of criteria to consider before you purchase your hockey targets.
They make for great gifts for hockey players.

Types of hockey shooting training aids

First things first, as you can see, there are mainly 3 types of hockey shooting targets. They all are great for shooting practice.
Here are the pros and cons for each:

Single targets

Pros:

  • More flexibility You can set it up anywhere around the border of the goal to practice shooting
  • Easier to collect puck after as they don't go behind a cover
  • Easy to transport to use at home and on the ice
  • Can make a satisfying noise when hit

Cons:

  • Some models cannot set up a target in the middle of the net (to copy the position between the legs of a goaltender)
  • Does not imitate real game with the impression of having the whole goal covered by the goalie
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Goal covers

Pros:

  • Realistic representation of the little spaces that remain to score a goal, once the goaltender is in position
  • Practice exactly where there is space to score around a goalie
  • Easy to transport to use at home and on the ice
Cons:
  • Longer to attach than the targets
  • You must to roll up the cover to get you pucks back if you score all the time
Garage door hockey shooter target

Pros:

  • Great for residential area and to protect the home - the large area will block the puck from going anywhere else
  • Practice exactly where there is space to score around a goalie
Cons:
  • Needs a large area to practice
  • It is not exactly like having a net - lacks the satisfaction of seeing your puck go inside the net

Durability / Resistance

Once you have chosen the type of product you prefer, the next most important criterion to look at is the durability / resistance of the product.
The puck is a hard and heavy object. And it can be shot very fast.
You need something that is strong enough not to tear apart after just a few shots.
You have to be very vigilant. For example, many goal cover products list in their description that they are only to be used with street hockey balls. This is because they would break down if facing repetitive puck shots.
So, always read carefully the description and reviews.

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How it attaches

Check out the details of how it attaches and detaches from your set up (either from the goal or the garage door).
You want it to be easy, so that you can change exercises quickly (accuracy vs power or speed, for example).
Check also in the reviews that the system of attachment is strong enough. You don't want to have to walk or skate to the goal after each shot to reattach the tutor!!!

Design

Are you ok with a simple design to practice, or do you want something more fun with a goalie, to feel like you are in the game?
I don't think it should be the most important criteria when choosing your hockey targets, but if hesitating between 2, then the design can be the deciding factor.

Price

Of course, price can be an important factor.
Because of the damage that can cause a puck, you need strong quality targets. This has a cost.
The simple targets or goal tutors are less expensive than the large tarps.

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Reviews of best hockey net targets

Review - Top Shelf Targets Magnetic Shooting Targets (sold without goal)

Best for price and ease of use.

Specifications:

  • Packs of 4
  • Bright orange or green
  • Material - impact resistant plastic 
  • Attachment - is with strong magnets (neodymium)
  • Size - green are 6 inches and orange are 8 inches
  • Can be used in all weather conditions - sustains low temperatures

Review:

These magnetic targets are easy to transport and can attach and detach quickly, for a quick practice in between 2 other activities.
They are colorful for a brighter practice!
Their size and stacking make them easy to transport, even in your hockey bag.
You can start with the larger orange targets, and then, you can switch to the smaller ones for a more challenging practice.
The only drawback is that they can only set up along the goal frame and not in the middle of the goal.

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Review - HockeyShot Sharpshooter Targets (sold without goal)

Best for durability and use in any conditions.

Specifications:

  • 3 targets
  • Color - black, no shine
  • Material - High quality rubber - can take shots up to 90mph
  • Attachment - Bungee cord
  • Size - 
  • Can be used in all weather conditions - sustain low temperatures

Review:

More expensive but made of rubber. Resistant and without any shine that could bother you during practice. Plus, you can hear the pop when you hit!
They can be attached to goals but also anywhere you can fix both sides, which means you can practice your shooting accuracy almost anywhere.
Easy to transport.

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Review - Revolution Shooting Training aid (sold without goal)

Best for versatility.

Specifications:

  • 6 targets
  • Black and white on one side, colorful on the other
  • Material - vinyl
  • Attachment - 2 rubber straps + Velcro straps on the targets
  • Size - just under 10 inch x 10 inch

Review:

Great set up to practice the typical corners where the puck can score. You can move the targets on the straps to switch up the type of exercise.
Easy to transport.
Great design for hockey practice.

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Review - Winnwell Bell shooting target (sold without goal)

Best for durability and hit noise.

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Specifications:

  • 2 targets
  • Color - Black and white
  • Material - 3.3mm thick steel
  • Attachment - metal wires with S-hooks
  • Size - 4"x 5" or 8.5x10.5 inches, choose depending on your level

Review:

This is for those looking for a satisfying "ding" when they hit the target, because it is made of Metal (which also makes it very durable).
They are easy to transport and set up anywhere, even on objects other than a goal.
However, you can only add them to the top part of the goal.

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Review - Nine One Shooting kit (sold without goal)

A complete set to practice with a reactive sniper device.
For those who don't have other off-ice training equipment.

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Review

A combination of products to make you practice like Tyler Seguin.
In the pack you get:

  • 5 targets + bungee cords
  • A shooting pad
  • Pucks
  • A Reactive sniper device - it is designed to improve reactive time by telling you at pre-determined intervals where to shoot

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Reviews of best hockey shooter tutors (goal covers)

Review - Bauer Pro Sharpshooter

Bauer pro sharpshooter on Pure Hockey

Specifications:

  • Size - For regulation goals 6'x4'
  • Design - with goalie representation, vibrant representation
  • Material - 18,0000D reinforced polyester + PVC backing
  • Attachment - 10 bungee cords through metal grommets
  • Holes: 5 hole areas reinforced on the edge.
  • Extra: weighted bottom steel bar

Review:

Thanks to the bottom bar and the many attachment points, it stays in place really well.
It is a high quality and durable product, that can withstand real pucks.

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Review - Forza goal cover (sold without goal)

Specifications:

  • Size - For regulation goals 6'x4'
  • Design - no goalie representation
  • Material - vinyl tarp 
  • Attachment - 11 attachment points with bungee cords through metal grommets
  • Holes: 5 hole target with reinforced seams

Review:

Thanks to the attachment points, it stays in place really well.
It is a high quality and durable product, that can withstand real pucks.
To choose between this one and the one above, the main difference is the position of the 2 lower side holes. It depends on what you find best to practice.

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Reviews of best hockey shooting tarps

Review - Sniper's Edge Shooting tarp

Specifications:

  • Size - 7x16 ft or 8x16 ft
  • Design - goalie representation and 5 shooting areas
  • Material - tough vinyl tarp reinforced with Nylon Edging to protect the surface it is attached to
  • Attachment - strong grommets
  • Typical Installation Takes 20 Minutes or Less
  • Can be used by any temperature

Review:

A well-known quality product to attach to a garage door or a dry wall.
With a good design to practice shooting around a goaltender.

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Review - Rave Sports attack zone

Specifications:

  • Size - 8x16 ft (4.88 M x 2.44 M) - Can be mounted to either a 7' or 8' garage frame
  • Design - goalie representation and 5 shooting areas (12" diameter target holes)
  • + pockets to collect the pucks
  • Material - 18 oz., 1000 denier commercial grade vinyl
  • Attachment - strong grommets
  •  Bottom sleeve pocket for a wooden dowel to weigh down tarp

Review:

A great and strong tarp with interesting features to make your life easier: pockets to collect the pucks (and not chase after them) and a picket to weight down the tarp so that it stays perfectly straight in position.

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Review - HockeyShot Extreme shooting tarp

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Specifications:

  • Size - 7 x 16 foot
  • Design - goalie representation and 7 shooting target areas
  • No pockets
  • Material - tough vinyl tarp
  • Attachment - strong grommets
  • Strap to attach reactive sniper tool from HockeyShot

Review:

Another strong contender for your garage door hockey shooting tarp. 
This one does not have pocket and they say it is better because you don't have to go collect them inside... it depends on your preference.

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4 tips to improve your shooting skills with the targets

And now that you have chosen the equipment, below are a few tips to help you make the best of your hockey off-ce workout.

TIP 1 - Use a shooting pad to mimic shooting on the ice

True you can practice on your courtyard or driveway. But to mimic best shooting on the ice, you should use a shooting pad.
And even better, if you want to practice on your skates get synthetic ice.
Want to learn more?

  • Check out my article about the best shooting pads
  • Check out my article about the best synthetic ice

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TIP 2 - Change your shot angle

You never know where you will have to shoot from, so make sure you frequently change the angles from which you shoot into the targets.

TIP 3 - Change your position

During a game, you won't often be able to shoot well balanced on your 2 feet.
Make sure you practice shooting in different positions:

  • standing up
  • low sitting
  • on one leg
  • on the other leg
  • half twisted
  • ....

Some even practice while balancing on a balance board such as the Revolution balance board (See latest price / Read reviews) - or read my article about the best balance boards for hockey players.

If practising at the ice rink, you can also add a fake opponent (like a stick on the ice) to have to move around it before shooting.

TIP 4 - Also practice for shot power

This set up can help you practice for accuracy and a little for speed, by repetition.
But if you want harder shots, you need to strengthen your muscles but not by shooting.
Check out this article about the best exercises to shoot harder.

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Protective gear for hockey players:

  • Best hockey helmets - read article
  • Best hockey gloves for players - read article
  • Best hockey mouthguard - read article
  • Best hockey shin guards - read article
  • Best hockey elbow pads - read article
  • Best hockey shoulder pads - read article

And to work out off ice:

  • 10 essential elements to cover in your off-ice workouts - read article
  • 10 best off-ice hockey training equipment - read article
  • Best hockey shooting pads and tiles - read article
  • Best slide boards for hockey training - read article
  • Best synthetic ice for hockey players - read article
  • Best hockey passers and rebounders - read article
  • Best balance boards for hockey players - read article
  • Best stick handling tools - read article

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35 Best Hockey Movies and Documentaries (worth watching!)

Last updated on April 24, 2021

Looking for ideas for your next movie night? Below you will find a detailed list of ice hockey movies. Plus, some TV shows and documentaries about ice hockey and ice skating. Enjoy!

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Below is a list as complete as I can about movies, TV shows and documentaries about ice hockey.
If you have other suggestions, please let me know.

Note: in most movies the actors are not ice-skaters - don't be disappointed by the obviousness of their beginner level, even if producers try hiding it.

If you are also interested in figure skating, check out my other article about ice skating movies.


Best Hockey Movies - List

Let's start with the movies about ice hockey. 
Fun, inspiring, based on a true story... you can find something for everyone and for all ages. They can be great gifts for hockey players or for hockey fans.

Goon (2011)

Summary:
A polite and kind bar bouncer becomes an enforcer for a minor league hockey team. The movies follow his increasing popularity, romantic relationship, and complex interactions with teammates.

You can watch it on Amazon prime

Or get them on DVD

Goon: Last of Enforcers (2017)

Summary:
The sequel of the Goon movie... He is married, with a baby on his way, but also sidelined after one too many hits...

You can watch it on Amazon prime

Or get them on DVD

Miracle (2004)

Summary:
Based on a true story, this hockey movie follows the US men ice hockey team that won the 1980 Winter Olympics opposite the Soviets against all odds.

You can watch it on Amazon prime

Or get it on DVD

Red Army (2014)

Summary:
Dramatized story of the Soviet Union national hockey team through the eyes of team captain Slava Fetisov. It enters into the links between politics and sports.
The movie uses archival footage.

You can watch it on Amazon prime

Or get it on DVD

Slap shot (3 movies : 1977 / 2002 / 2011)

Summary:
The original movie depicts a minor league ice hockey team without much success. It starts playing violent to gain popularity.
They made 2 sequels.

Watch it on Amazon prime #1
And #2
And #3

Or get them on DVD

Mystery Alaska (1999)

Summary:
The fictional small-town of Mystery gets over-excited when its amateur hockey team gets chosen for a televised event.

Watch it on Amazon prime

Or get it on DVD

The mighty ducks (1992) and sequel (1994) and third (1996)

Summary:
A trial lawyer gets community service and its assignment is quite unique: he must coach a team of pee wee hockey players. He will try turning them into champions.

Watch the first movie on Amazon prime here
And the second one here
And the third one here

or get them on DVD

The Rocket 9 (2005)

Summary:
The story of legend hockey player Richard "The Rocket" who played with finesse and speed.

Watch it on Amazon prime
or get it on DVD

MVP: Most valuable primate (2000)

Summary:
The chimpanzee Jack escaped from a lab and ends up at a junior hockey practice. The team discovers he has talent for the game and he joins the team.

Watch it on Amazon prime
or get it on DVD

Mr Hockey: The Gordie Howe story (2013)

Summary:
Based on a true story - In 1973 legend Gordie Howe returns to the ice at the age of 44 since retirement did not suit him.

You may watch it on Amazon prime
or get it on DVD

Breakaway (2011)

Summary:
A hockey player with a dead-end job tries to win the biggest tournament of the year with an all Indian team and the help of a former pro-player.

You can watch it on Amazon prime
or get it on DVD

Indian horse (2018)

Summary:
A talented hockey player looking for his path.

You can watch it on Amazon prime
or get it on DVD

The last big save (2019)

Summary:
A hockey player signs a long-term contract. He ruins his first year due to substance abuse. But during the last year of his deal, he is looking for redemption.

You can watch it on Amazon prime

Skating to New York (2014)

Summary:
A coming of age movie. 5 teenage boys leave their small Canadian town to reach New York. They do so by risking skating across Lake Ontario on the coldest day of the year.

You can watch it on Amazon prime

Or get it on DVD


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Best Ice hockey documentaries - List

Want to learn more about ice hockey? Check out these documentaries about:

  • the stories of special moments in hockey history
  • the stories of great teams and their way agains adversity
  • the stories of specific hockey players
  • the stories of hockey coaches
  • ...

And if you need more stories and inspiration, you can also check out my list of the best hockey books.

The Russian five (2018)

Summary:
The story of the Soviet Union hockey players who were extracted to join the Detroit Red Wings in the late 1980s. A pivotal moment in the US hockey history.

Watch it on Amazon prime
or get it on DVD

Ice guardians (2016)

Summary:
Hockey documentary about the difficult position of Enforcer with past and present players.

You can watch it on Amazon prime
or get it on DVD

B'ars to Bears: Hershey's Hockey Dynasty (2020)

Summary:

The inspiring story of the Hershey Bears team - players, seasons... and how the team transformed.

You can watch it on Amazon prime

Soul on ice, past, present and Future (2015)

The unknown contributions of black athletes in ice hockey. 

You can watch it on Amazon prime

Father of Hockey (2014)

Summary:
It retraces the Battle for Hockey's Hall of fame. Captain James Sutherland believed Kingston Ontario could be the 'Cooperstown' of hockey. What he unleashed was a battle over the origins of the game and where best to honor hockey's greatest players.

Get it on DVD

Of Miracles and Men (2015)

Summary:
Part of ESPN’s 30 for 30 docuseries - the story of one of the greatest upsets in hockey history. It focus on the Soviet side of the 1980 Winter Olympics.

Get it on DVD

The Last Gladiators (2013)

Summary:
A deep dive into the history of the enforcers in hockey. The central figure of the documentary is Chris “Knuckles” Nilan from the Montreal Canadiens.

Watch on Amazon Prime Video

Get it on DVD

Tough Guy: The Bob Probert Story (2019)

Summary:
Portrait of Bob Probert, a legendary NHL tough guy.

Watch on Amazon Prime Video

Get it on DVD

Ice Kings 

Summary:
Documentary about the Mount Saint Charles Academy in Rhode island and its hockey team.

Watch on Amazon Prime Video

Kings Ransom (2009)

Summary:
The 1988 big NHL transaction... Wayne Gretzky is transferred ti the Los Angeles Kings... a deal that shocked the World.

Watch on Amazon Prime Video

Get it on DVD

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Punched Out - The Rise and Fall of Derek Boogaard (2014)

Summary:
Documentary on the career of Derek Boogaard and his tragic death.

Watch it on you Tube on the New York Times channel

Lokomotive - Leaving the Ice (Russian RT documentary 2012)

Summary:
The tragic place crash carrying the Lokomotiv hockey team and how it impacts the players today.

Watch it on you Tube on the RT channel.

Becoming Sidney Crosby (2011)

Summary:
NHL network documentary about Sidney Crosby.

Watch it on you Tube on the Sidneycrosbyhockey channel.

Drop the Gloves (2011)

Summary:
Documentary about the fighting in the LNAH.

Watch it on you Tube on the Vice Sports channel.

As well as:

  • 29 Forever (2019) - about 16 players lost to a bus crash
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General Ice Skating movie

You can also find plenty fo movies about figure skating.
But if you are interested in ice skating in general, check out this old movie about the Holland great ice skating race.

Hans Brinker and the Silver Skates (1958)

Sport: 
Ice skating

Summary: 
Old movie set in Holland. 15-year-old Hans Brinker and his sister Gretel want to participate in the great ice skating race on the canal.

Watch it on Amazon


Ice Hockey TV shows

Junior League (2013 - 2019)

Summary: 
Following a new coach, trying to bring the Bears team to the next level.

Watch it on Amazon Prive Video

Benders (2015)

Summary: 
Just a few episode (it was cancelled fast) following a group of friends and their passion for hockey.

Watch it on Amazon Prive Video

Zero Chill (2021 - )

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TV show following twins - one is a figure skater, the other one is a hockey player

You can watch it on Netflix.

As well as:

  • Hockey wives... but it is not really about hockey
  • Making the cut: last man standing - a reality TV show with amateur hockey player in Canada
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30+ best hockey mom gift ideas (to personalize)

Last updated on May 28, 2021

Want to say thank you to your mother? Great! Below are over 50 hockey mom gift ideas (to personalize or not) for you to show you appreciation for all that she does: gear for the rink, outfits, decorations... Make the next occasion special!

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Hockey mom jewelry & decor gifts
Non hockey-themed gift for your mother
And hockey grandma gift ideas...

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Best hockey mom gift ideas

She takes you to practice.
She stresses when the pucks fly towards you.
She takes care of almost everything so that you can focus.
She encourages you...

Now it is time to say thank you!
Mother's days, Christmas, Birthdays, End of season... any occasion is good to remind her how much you love your hockey mom and appreciate all that she is doing.

My favorite personalized hockey mom gift ideas

Let's start with some of my absolute favorite gift ideas for hockey moms. Many can be personalized so that it is even more thoughtful.
This is a snapshot of what you can discover below, ideas to make unique gifts!

Hockey mom mug favorite player black
Personalize the mug
Hockey Goalie Mom Keychain not scared blue ice
Personalize the keychain
Hockey mom life notebook repeat black
Personalize the notebook
Hockey goalie Mom Air Freshener red
Buy the air freshener
Best Hockey Mom Hoodie sweatshirt number 1
Personalize the hoodie
Hockey Mom necklace calligraphy mother name silver
Personalize and Buy

Hockey mom planner

Everyone knows that hockey moms are very busy. They have a lot to juggle.
Check out my hockey mom planner, to keep her calendar for the season 2021 - 2022!

Hockey mom planner

And many more presents for hockey mothers

But I have plenty of other ideas that you can discover below:

  • Practical hockey mom gear for the rink - to face anything while at the rink - cushions, travel mugs, blankets, tote bag...
  • Small budget gifts that make moms smile - keychain, bumper stickers, mugs cards... 
  • Hockey mom outfit pieces - to proudly wear at the rink - sweatshirts, shirts, hats, scarves, leggings...
  • Hockey mom jewelry,
  • Or write a Poem for your hockey mom...

Hockey mom gear - best gifts for hockey moms

Hockey mothers can spend quite a lot of time at the rink. And it is cold and not comfortable.
Below are some gift ideas that should make her time there more enjoyable.

Rink seat cushions

Benches or seats in ice skating rinks are so uncomfortable! Plus, they are cold.
You mom deserves a throne to sit on. But, since you can't do that, why not buy her a seat cushion to make her wait a little bit more comfortable.

See all my hockey mom seat cushion designs.

Hockey mom gear rink seat cushion calligraphy red
Personalize and Buy
Hockey mom gear rink seat cushion life repeat blue
Personalize and Buy
Hockey goalie mom gear rink seat cushion black
Personalize and Buy

Travel Mug 

With all the driving around and millions of things to do, she probably needs a lot of coffee.
Plus, as written before, the rink is cold, and she needs something to keep warm.
The following hockey mom travel mugs are great to enjoy her favorite drink still warm while watching you play. A very useful gift!

See all my designs on hockey mom travel mugs.

Hockey mom travel mug favorite player
Personalize and Buy
Hockey goalie mom travel mug nothing scares me
Personalize and Buy
Hockey mom travel mug circle silhouette
Personalize and Buy

Notebooks

A mother (hockey mom or not) always has a million things to think about. 
It is very useful for her to keep a notebook in her bag and take notes whenever she thinks of something.
See my collection of Hockey Mom Notebooks / Journals.
Personalize one of these notebooks with a hockey theme for her to carry around:

Hockey mom notebook calligraphy black
Personalize and Buy
Hockey mom notebook favorite player blue ice
Personalize and Buy
Hockey mom life notebook repeat red
Personalize and Buy

Blankets

As said and repeated, ice rinks are cold. Some are even freezing.
When sitting on the benches, you can get very cold.
A blanket is a very useful gift.
See my collection of Hockey Mom Blankets.

Hockey goalie mom rink gear blanket grey
Personalize, Choose size and Buy
Proud Hockey Mom rink gear blanket blue ice
Personalize, Choose size and Buy
Hockey mom life rink gear blanket repeat black
Personalize, Choose size and Buy

Tote bags

And she needs to carry her blanket and seat cushion to the rink (plus maybe other things)... These tote bags will make a great impression as she takes you to practice or to a game!
See my collection of Hockey Mom Bags.

Hockey Mom tote bag calligraphy black
Personalize and Buy
Hockey Mom tote bag favorite player black
Personalize and Buy
Goalie Hockey Mom tote bag black
Personalize and Buy
   See all Hockey Mom Gear for gift ideas   

Limited budget gift for hockey moms

Bumper stickers

Nothing is more saying for a proud mom than a bumper sticker...
See all my bumper stickers for hockey moms.

Best hockey mom bumper sticker number 1 black
Buy it
Hockey Mom bumper sticker player number white
Personalize and Buy
Hockey Goalie Mom bumper sticker not scared black
Buy it

Keychains

To always keep your gift close to her, choose a keychain. She can attach it to her car keys, home keys or her bag!
See my collection of hockey mom keychains.

Hockey Mom Keychain calligraphy black
Personalize and Buy
Best Hockey Mom Keychain number one black white
Personalize and Buy
Hockey Mom Keychain favorite player black
Personalize and Buy

Mugs

The mug is a classic gift for mother, but it is always appreciated.
Sipping coffee in something offered by your kid is a great way to start your day.

See all my classic mug designs for hockey mothers.

Proud Hockey Mom mug skate number black
Personalize and Buy
Hockey Mom Mug Player silhouette black
Personalize and Buy
Hockey mom mug favorite player black
Personalize and Buy

Candy tins

For your mom to transport her favorite candies or breath mint in her bag.

Hockey Mom Candy Tin calligraphy black
Personalize and Buy
Proud Hockey Mom Candy Tin skate black
Personalize and Buy
Hockey Goalie Mom Candy Tin fearless black
Personalize and Buy

Magnets

Your mom can show how proud she is by displaying one of these magnets on her fridge
See the collection of magnets for hockey moms.

Hockey Mom Magnet calligraphy silver
Personalize and Buy
Best Hockey Mom Magnet number 1 red
Personalize and Buy
Hockey Mom Magnet favorite player black white
Buy it

Air fresheners

What is best that seeing her gift every day that she drives you to the rink.
You can choose the scent that will please your mom the best!
See all air fresheners

Hockey goalie Mom Air Freshener red
Choose Scent and Buy
Best Hockey Mom Air Freshener number 1 red
Personalize, Choose Scent and Buy
Hockey Mom Air Freshener circle silver
Choose Scent and Buy
See all budget gifts for hockey moms

And many other homemade ideas

You can also create a DIY gift for your hockey mom:

  • a personalized card with a picture of you and her
  • a frame for that same picture that you decorate yourself
  • a box that you decorate for her to keep memories inside
  • a gift card for 1000 hugs with you (even when kids are 40, mothers love hugs...)
  • ...

Hockey mom clothes

Most women love clothes. They want it to mean something and show their personality.
They want to show how proud they are of you and of being a hockey mom.
Check out these hockey mom outfit pieces that would make her look great at the rink and outside!

Hockey mom sweatshirts / hoodies

To keep warm while showing support to her kid. They can be personalized with the player's number or her name.
See the collection of hoodies, sweatshirts, t-shirts... for hockey moms. For each design you can choose the clothe type you want!

Best Hockey Mom Hoodie sweatshirt number 1
Choose type, personalize and buy
Hockey Mom Hoodie sweatshirt favorite player black
Choose type, personalize and buy
Hockey Goalie Mom Hoodie sweatshirt
Choose type and buy

Shirts / Tank tops

Not only at the rink, but also outside, she is always proud to be a hockey mom!
To wear at home, at the gym, at the park...
Same collection as above, but you can choose the format t-shirt or tank top in the options!

Hockey Mom Hoodie sweatshirt favorite player
Choose type, personalize and buy
Best Hockey Mom Hoodie sweatshirt number 1 black
Choose type, personalize and buy
Hockey Goalie Mom Hoodie sweatshirt black
Choose type, personalize and buy

Hats

Once again, the ice rink is a cold environment. Covering your head helps you keep warm.
Therefore, a hat is a very useful gift: warm wool hat or personalized cap:

Buy it / See colors

Buy it / See colors

Best Hockey Goalie Mom cap hat number one black
Buy the cap
Hockey Goalie Mom cap hat black
Buy the cap

Leggings

Leggings are so comfortable. They can be worn for many activities.
Below are some hockey themed leggings. See my complete collection of hockey mom leggings here.

Hockey mom leggings silhouette black
Buy it
Hockey mom leggings player number black
Personalize number and Buy
Hockey goalie mom leggings black
Buy it

Scarves

Once again, you want your mom to keep warm while she is waiting for you.
A scarf or neck warmer is a very useful gift!

Buy it / See colors

Buy the fleece neck warmer

Best Hockey Mom Hoodie sweatshirt number 1 Scarf
Get it
    See all hockey mom clothes   

NHL team fan

Is your mom fan of one of the NHL teams? Check out these t-shirts and clothing pieces with the colors and icons of the NHL teams 

See all options on Amazon


Hockey mom jewelry & decor gifts

And you course, there is jewelry.

Charms

Charms can be attached to many objects to decorate her life... on bracelet, bag, purse, zipper pull, wallet...
No way to forget that she is a hockey mom. LOL.

Best Hockey Mom charm number 1 mother name
Personalize and Buy
Hockey Goalie Mom charm silver
Personalize and Buy

Buy them

Necklaces

To carry her love for you around her neck all the time.
She can show how proud she is to be a hockey mom!

Best Hockey Mom charm number 1 mother name gold Gold Plated Necklace
Personalize and Buy
Hockey Mom necklace calligraphy mother name silver
Personalize and Buy

Buy it / choose size

    See jewels to personalize        

Hockey mom decors: Posters, Pillows, wall art

Like a card, having a wall art / poster / pillows to see every day in the house or at work is a great reminder of her love for you.
See my collection of hockey mom posters.
Check out these options:

Hockey Mom pillow favorite player red
Buy it
Best Hockey Mom pillow number one blue
Buy it
Hockey Goalie Mom pillow black
Buy it
Hockey Mom poster life repeat white on black
Buy it
Hockey Mom poster favorite player blue ice
Buy it
Best Hockey Mom poster number 1 white
Buy it

Picture frames

Make your gift even more special with a picture of the 2 of you. These special frames make this gift particularly special:

Best Hockey Mom frame picture silver color
Personalize and Buy
Best Hockey Mom frame picture blue ice
Personalize and Buy
Best Hockey Mom frame picture red
Personalize and Buy
    See all hockey mom decor gifts        

Non hockey-themed gifts for your mother

Decorative candles

See options

Decorative vase

See suggestions

Mother jewelry

See suggestions

Massage tools

See options

Fun mugs for mothers

See options

Pillows for mothers

See suggestions


And hockey grandma gift ideas...

And if you are looking for gift ideas for your grandma too, check out these - or see more gift options for Grandmas here.

Best Hockey Grandma frame picture silver color
Personalize and Buy
Proud Hockey Grandma Pillow blue
Buy it
Proud Hockey Grandma keychain red
Buy it
Proud Hockey Grandma Sweatshirt black
Buy it
Proud Hockey Grandma Mug White black
Personalize and Buy
Proud Hockey Grandma Tote bag black
Buy it

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